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The Disrespect of the Media and Rivalry in WNBA: A Closer Look at Caitlyn Clark and Angel Reese

In the world of sports, media coverage can often be seen as a double-edged sword. Sometimes it elevates players into stardom, while other times, it can be downright disrespectful. Having watched two decades of NBA basketball, there have been instances where players face blatant disrespect from sports media. Notably, Bradley Beal's omission from the 2020 All-Star team despite averaging 30 points a game, James Harden's snub from the All-NBA selection in 2016, and the dismissal of three-time Defensive Player of the Year Dwight Howard from the NBA's top 75 list in favor of Damian Lillard, are clear examples of this trend.